The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) has received eight new vehicles to support its training and community outreach programs. The vehicles were flagged off by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale at the KMTC headquarters.
With this addition, the KMTC fleet has grown to 158 vehicles. They will be used to improve student access to clinical sites, rural training areas, and community health projects. The vehicles will also support medical camps, environmental programs, and social outreach.
CS Duale said the new fleet will give students more hands-on experience while helping underserved communities get better health services.
Strengthening Health Training
Welcoming students to the 2025/2026 academic year, CS Duale confirmed that 11,058 students have already reported, out of an expected 15,000. KMTC currently runs 91 campuses across 45 counties.
By December, the college is expected to graduate 22,000 health professionals, further strengthening Kenya’s health workforce.
Student Welfare and Reforms
CS Duale also revealed that 57 campuses have been included in the Affordable Housing Programme. This will provide hostels and student villages for learners.
He noted that the government is carrying out reforms to:
- Modernize infrastructure
- Recruit more lecturers
- Better equip campuses
“KMTC plays an indispensable role in building the health workforce, which is a key pillar of the Taifa Care Model and Universal Health Coverage (UHC),” Duale said.
Looking Ahead
The CS urged students to pursue their training with diligence, empathy, and innovation. He also praised the KMTC Board, staff, and partners for their leadership in expanding health training.
The event was attended by senior officials, including Dr Patrick Amoth, Director General for Health, Joseah Cheruiyot, KMTC Board Chairman, and Dr Daniel Mwai from the President’s Council of Economic Advisors.
With more vehicles and ongoing reforms, KMTC is well-positioned to train health workers and expand services to communities across Kenya.
